About VMG

Vascular Medical Group was founded to bring together specialist vascular expertise, advanced aortic care, education, and international healthcare development under one focused platform.

At its core, VMG is built around consultant-led clinical excellence. Its wider ambition is to contribute to the development of specialist vascular and cardiovascular services in regions where advanced multidisciplinary care can have significant clinical and social impact.

Founder

Mr Orwa Falah

Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon

MBBS JBVS MRCS(Ed) FACS FRCS(Ed)(Gen.Vasc)

Founder & Managing Director, Vascular Medical Group

A middle-aged man with gray hair and glasses, wearing navy medical scrubs with his name and title embroidered on the chest, standing in a hospital or surgical room.

Mr Orwa Falah is a Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh and Lead Clinician for the Scottish National Service for Aortic Arch, Thoracoabdominal and Suprarenal Aortic Aneurysms.

His clinical practice covers open and endovascular vascular surgery, complex aortic disease, carotid disease, peripheral arterial disease, vascular access and minimally invasive treatment for varicose veins.

Alongside his clinical work, Mr Falah is involved in surgical education, academic collaboration and international knowledge exchange. He is also Founder and Chair of the Edinburgh Aortic Summit, a specialist platform bringing together leaders in aortic surgery, endovascular intervention, imaging, genetics and multidisciplinary care.

    • 2025: FACS Fellow Of The American College Of Surgeons

    • 2015: JBVS Jordanian Board of Vascular Surgery JBVS

    • 2010: Intercollegiate Specialty Board in General Surgery/Vascular subspecialty FRCS(Ed) (General Surgery)

    • 2005: Certificate of Completion of Basic Surgical Training (CCBST)

    • 2005: Full Membership MRCS(Ed) Collegiate

  • As Lead Clinician for the Scottish National Service for Aortic Arch, Thoracoabdominal and Suprarenal Aortic Aneurysms, Mr Falah contributes to the management of highly complex aortic pathology within a specialist multidisciplinary service.More information about this service can be found on the NHS Lothian website.

    • Lead Clinician of the Scottish National service for Aortic Arch, Thoracoabdominal and Suprarenal Aortic Aneurysms

    • External Adviser for the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges and Faculties in Scotland

    • Vascular Surgery ST3 Interviews committee member

  • In addition to his clinical responsibilities, Mr. Falah is an Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer at the University of Edinburgh. In this academic role, he contributes significantly to the education and mentorship of future surgeons, blending his clinical experience with academic rigor to inspire and train the next generation of medical professionals. His dedication to teaching ensures that his knowledge and skills are passed on, fostering an environment of learning and innovation within the university and beyond. His profile and further details on his contributions can be explored on his University of Edinburgh bio. His academic interests focus on the development of innovative surgical techniques and the enhancement of patient outcomes through evidence-based practices. His research work and publications are available on PubMed and ResearchGate.

    • MRCS examiner for the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

    • Examiner for the European Board of Vascular Surgery (FEBVS)

    • Intercollegiate Specialty Board in Vascular Surgery Examiner, FRCS(Vasc)

    • RCSEd Educational Tutor

    • Faculty MRCS OSCE Preparation Course

    • Regular bedside teaching for medical students and surgical trainees

    • General Medical Council

    • UK British Medical Association

    • Member of the Vascular Society of Great Britain and Ireland

    • Member of the British Society of Endovascular Therapy

  • Mr Falah founded and chairs the Edinburgh Aortic Summit, an international multidisciplinary meeting focused on complex aortic disease, aortic surgery, endovascular innovation and cardiovascular collaboration.

    The inaugural summit hosted at the prestigious Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, drew speakers and delegates from over 30 countries. Our sessions covered cutting-edge topics including thoracoabdominal aneurysm surgery, aortic arch pathology, endovascular innovations, and national service models.

    The Edinburgh Aortic Summit will continue to advance the global conversation around complex aortic care, setting a benchmark for academic excellence and international collaboration in the field.

    https://easummit.org.uk